Under Tanzanian law, any person making a will must be at least 18 years old and of sound mind. In practical terms, this means the individual must understand the nature of their property, identify the intended beneficiaries and appreciate the legal consequences of the decisions made. Tanzanian law recognises two types of wills: Written wills…
All of life is connected. The evidence for this is overwhelming across multiple scientific disciplines pertaining to life on our planet. While we share much in common with our closest primates and other biological life forms, what makes us, Homo sapiens, truly unique is our ability to read and write. The ability to use words,…
The British philosopher, Francis Bacon (1561–1626) said: Knowledge is power. Indeed, when one knows something, one has the potential that empowers self all needed wisdom and does not know everything. This realisation not only makes this leader humble but also inspires her or him to be open to benefit from the wisdom and knowledge of…
By The Arusha News Correspondent. Tanzanian giants Yanga and Simba SC will both be in action today, Saturday, February 7, 2026, as they continue their continental campaigns in North and Southern Africa. Yanga will be in Rabat, Morocco, to face AS FAR at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in a crucial CAF group-stage encounter. The…
Avtar Singh Neote. By The Arusha News Correspondent. Arusha Gymkhana Club hosted the Airtel January 2026 Monthly Mug last Saturday with competitive performances recorded across all three handicap divisions. In Division One for golfers with handicaps up to 12.4, Richard Gomes emerged winner after returning a net score of 71, edging out rivals on countback….
By The Arusha News Correspondent. Kilimeru 313 won the toss and elected to bat first but struggled with the bat managing only 52 for 9 in their allotted overs in the ongoing Arusha Cricket League at the St. Constantine grounds. Mohammed Hussain was the top scorer with 13 runs while Annadil Burhani’s bowlers dominated the…
By The Arusha News Reporter in Moshi. At least 7,000 runners have so far confirmed their participation in the much-anticipated 24th edition of the Kilimanjaro Premium Lager International Marathon, which is scheduled to take place in Moshi on Sunday, March 22, 2026. Organisers said preparations for the event were progressing smoothly. “Everything is moving as…
By Kusekwa Kusekwa The High Court at Moshi has upheld both the conviction and sentence for rape and life imprisonment imposed on Jerome Chuwa by the Resident Magistrate Court for having sexual intercourse with his step-daughter of 12 years after it dismissed his (Chuwa’s) appeal. During the hearing, Chuwa’s advocate, Mr Emmanuel Anthony, had argued…
By The Arusha News Reporter. Arusha will start producing HIV/AIDS antiretroviral (ARV) pills in the next three months, marking a significant step towards reviving the long-dormant Tanzania Pharmaceutical Company (TPC) and improving the country’s supply of medicinal drugs. The directive was issued in Arusha recently by the Minister for Health, Mr Mohamed Mchengerwa, where he…
By The Arusha News Reporter. Tourism remains a key sector of the economy that contributes significantly to foreign exchange earnings, government revenue and employment that requires balanced economic utilisation and environmental conservation for long-term sustainability. Speaking at the inaugural state-organised Serengeti Awards Ceremony in Arusha last Saturday, the Prime Minister (PM), Dr Mwigulu Nchemba, said…
